Ulster’s Winning Streak on the Line Against Lions at Ellis Park in United Rugby Championship Updates
As Ulster prepares to face off against the Lions at Ellis Park, key team changes have been announced ahead of the match in the United Rugby Championship. The game is set to kick off at 12:45 BST.
Team News: Ulster Prepares for Key Match
Rob Herring will lead Ulster as captain upon his return to the lineup. His leadership comes in a notable context, as several team members are absent due to international duties.
Key Player Changes for Ulster
- Joe Hopes will make his first start, partnering Harry Sheridan in the second row.
- Hopes, just 21 years of age, comes off a successful debut performance last week against the Sharks.
- Tom Stewart shifts to open-side flanker, substituting for Nick Timoney.
- Zac Ward and Jude Postlethwaite take over for Jacob Stockdale and Stuart McCloskey, who are currently with the Ireland squad.
- Rob Baloucoune will step in for Werner Kok as the right winger.
- Bryn Ward, younger brother of Zac, will debut as a starter after Juarno Augustus was ruled out.
- Marcus Rea joins the bench, adding depth to the back row after travelling from Ireland.
Lions Will Face a Strong Ulster Lineup
The Lions have also made strategic selections. Their lineup features:
- Q Horn, Keyter, Van Wyk, Mills, and Davids in the backline.
- Smith and Steyn serve as the half-backs, providing both speed and experience.
- The forwards include Kotze, Marais, Ntlabakanye, Oosthuizen, Nothnagel, Cairns, Venter, and captain F. Horn.
As the match approaches, both teams demonstrate significant talent, which promises to make for an exciting contest. Fans are eagerly anticipating whether Ulster can maintain their winning streak against the Lions at this pivotal juncture in the United Rugby Championship.
